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Portugal Bay

📍 Negombo, Colombo, Sri Lanka · Kiteboarding spot

Portugal Bay is a kiteboarding spot near Negombo, Colombo in Sri Lanka, with shallow lagoon conditions and prevailing SW wind, best ridden in May, June, July, August, September.

CountrySri Lanka
Nearest townNegombo, Colombo
Water typeShallow lagoon
LaunchIsland, Lagoon
Best wind directionSW
Wind typeTrade
Best monthsMay, June, July, August, September
Coordinates8.4632, 79.7901

About Portugal Bay

Some days are crystal clear, some time bit brownish color.

When is the best time to kitesurf at Portugal Bay?

The best time to kite Portugal Bay is May, June, July, August, September, when the SW wind is most reliable.

What are the wind and water conditions?

Portugal Bay offers shallow lagoon conditions with SW wind (Trade wind), launching from island, lagoon.

How do I get to Portugal Bay?

Daytrip through one of the many resorts and kiteschools around Sethawadiya and Kappalady.

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Where can I take kite lessons near Portugal Bay?

5 kite schools operate in Sri Lanka. See kite schools in Sri Lanka →

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Spot data last updated 2026-07-20 · part of the KiteGlobe database of 6,633 kiteboarding spots.